Long live the Queen! This week, Deborah and Kristin discuss royalty, ornithology, and the joys of working with teacup humans (aka children) in “Frenzy” written by Alan Ball and directed by Daniel Minahan. And the extraordinary Rutina Wesley sits down to share everything that went into creating the beloved Tara Thorton. 

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This week, Deborah and Kristin break down “New World In My View” written by Kate Barnow and directed by Adam Davidson, highlighting all the incredible work of the ensemble creating a new world in Bon Temps. And the unforgettable Jim Parrack joins to reminisce on the whirlwind romance of Hoyt and Jessica. 

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This week, a final goodbye is absolutely heartbreaking. Deborah and Kristin discuss “I Will Rise Up,” written by Nancy Oliver and directed by Scott Winant, looking at how some relationship bonds are healed, some are broken, and others are lost forever. And the faultless Allan Hyde joins from across the pond to share about his riveting work as Godric.

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This week, Deborah and Kristin break down “Timebomb”, written by Alexander Woo and directed by John Dahl, examining the radical act of peace of a 2000-year old vampire and the rules of vampire regeneration. They also sit down with the marvelous Michael McMillian who shares how our dear reverend Steve Newlin came to be.

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The truth will set you free. This week, Deborah and Kristin discuss “Release Me,” written by Raelle Tucker and directed by Michael Ruscio, delving into how our characters are trapped, both emotionally and physically. Also, Mariana Klaveno sits down to spill all the stories behind playing the infamous Lorena. 

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This week, Deborah and Kristin break down “Hard-Hearted Hannah,” written by Brian Buckner and directed by Michael Lehmann, exploring if ignorance really is bliss for our characters and how the truth just might hurt. And Ashley Jones, our sweet shape-shifting Daphne Landry, joins to share all about her character’s shocking twist.

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A dirty mind is a terrible thing to waste. This week, Deborah and Kristin break down “Never Let Me Go”, written by Nancy Oliver and directed by John Dahl, exploring how the women of Bon Temps own their sexual power. And they reminisce with Anna Camp, discussing all things Sarah Newlin from her big hair to her infamous “holy” scene.

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This week, it’s all about the art of observation. Deborah and Kristin discuss “Shake and Fingerpop”, written by Allan Ball and directed by Michael Lehmann. They sit down with lead camera operator Simon Jayes, who shares all about the wild life behind a True Blood camera. And they also dive deep with cinematographer Romeo Tirone to understand the keen eyes behind creating the right mood of a scene through perfect lighting and camera movement. 

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And seem a saint, when most I play the devil. In this third episode, Deborah and Kristin break down “Scratches,” written by Raelle Tucker and directed by Scott Winant. They analyze where our characters fall on the blurred lines of “good” and “evil.” And writer Raelle Tucker speaks on her inspiration for writing True Blood episodes and her background that informs some of the season’s main players. 

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This week, Deborah and Kristin analyze “Keep This Party Going,” written by Brian Buckner and directed by Michael Lehmann. They observe how our dear denizens of Bon Temps, try as they might, just can’t outrun their pasts. And they sit down with director Michael Lehmann to share the process of bringing True Blood episodes to life.

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